21 Dec 1900
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Newspaper
Davenport Daily Republican
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1900
Page
1
Marriage took place Wednesday evening at the bride's parents' home on 1725 Sturdevant street Magistrate Finger presided. Also notes that Katherine's Hall closed for holidays and pupils departed for vacation.
The Plebeians Guild at Unity Hall will discuss Christmas Sunday evening covering history observation and all topics related to the event.
Personal notes show Miss Myrtle Smith of Clinton visiting Davenport. A L Stevens of Council Bluffs and C A Trler of LeMars are in the city on business. Mrs K B Curtis of Muscatine, Mr and Mrs T B Wilcox of Muscatine, Mr and Mrs George Harper of Davenport, and others visit or stay a few days with friends. Several locals travel or return home for holidays, including Henry Sukhi heading to Europe on the Trier liner and James Greer visiting Eldridge.
Brigh? Trilent sparks attention as Cat Glass and Lorenz en 34 compete near Harrison in a local event, with spectators noting notable performances and tensions rising over the outcome.
A terse local notice reports a sale at Clemann and Selemann's Rock Island establishment drawing attention for a quirky dispute over a "couth sale" that has unsettled residents and shoppers amid ongoing commerce on the island.
William Kniphau s walks his dog Queen daily while betting heats up for the champion rat killing contest at Lahrmanns hall on Sunday. Jack the dog, favored by bettors, may face a strong challenge from Queen as 200 rats are kept in a tin lined room on West Fourth street for the preliminary events. Queen has trained with road work and wind is expected to be decisive in the 50 rat test.
Hayes Cigar Store at 309 Brady Street advertises Hayes New Cuba cigars that look and taste like 10c cigars, with a box of 25 priced at $1.00.
Funeral services for Frank J. Koch were held yesterday morning with a Requiem High Mass at 9 oclock at St Josephs Church officiated by Rev Boeck and graveside rites led by Rev Frank Kottenstoette. Interment followed at Holy Family Cemetery with pallbearers Joseph Kunz Frank Reese Michael Kerwin James Clancy Otto Eckmann and Geo Ehrhardt.
Franklin of Worcester was fined $25 for distributing advertising matter without a license in Davenport. Muscatine lawyers test the city ordinance claiming discriminatory effects as landlords and residents face licensing, while white haired albino anecdote and mayoral money-back claims underscore the case.
This evening at Woodman hall a lodge of the Knights of the Royal Arch will be organized by Grand Organizer Maurice Hodgman. The order will include Davenport liquor dealers only and is described as a national fraternal body for those in the liquor trade with 150,000 members across 31 states, including over 4,000 in Chicago.
A large line of Wilton and Syraband carpet size rugs just unpacked at Cle mann and Salzmanns in Rock Island.
Otto Palm of Chicago cigar firm Best and Russell showcases a calendar that combines a song excerpt a burned cigarette a cigar stump a hand of cards and a tiny glass mug with amber liquid, all mounted on cardboard making a striking display. The unusual calendar fills the bakery and serves as a unique season offer.
A new stock of Morris chairs has just been received at Clemann and Salzmanns in Rock Island, adding a fine line of furniture for home use.
The Evening Star lodge No 231 A O O W elected officers for the next term at Columbia hall Master Workman W M Swindle Foreman Wam Goos Overseer H H McKinsey Guide Otto Steckel Recorder B E Meadley Financier Wm Steward Receiver I H Camp Inside Watchman I V Jenkins Outside Watchman Theo Anderson Representative to Grand Lodge Sam C Mason
N S Plank, Jeweler at 419 West Second Street, advertises rings watches chains charms opera glasses souvenir spoons gold pens and silver novelties in a compact catalog style notice.
A note suggests gifting a box from Schmidt Cigar Parlors at 108 West Second Street, highlighting a selection of cigars on tap as an appealing Christmas present.
Yesterday at 1114 West Third street Mr and Mrs L Biller celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. They were joined by Pastor Grief. Mr Biller arrived in 1850 and they wed in Cincinnati the same year. The couple moved to this city in 1852. Seven children attended: Mrs George Hinrichsen Mrs Emil Bever Mrs Emilie Baumgarten of this city Mrs S Lichtenstein of Birmingham Ala Fred Biller of Cincinnati and P Biller of Chicago.
A 20 year old newlywed told Davenport police she fears an old Minnesota acquaintance who has sworn to come to the city to get her "dead or alive." She believes she saw him on Harrison street and fears he may act, with her husband present at the station.
Skelley’s at 110 West Third Street lists available cigars by the box including imported Key West and domestic selections. customers inquire about brands and pricing as store staff advise on available stock and delivery options.
Rock buyers flock to Clemann and Salzmanns in Rock to shop hundreds of rocking chairs. The local furniture dealer promotes a wide range of styles and prices as customers browse assortments and compare finishes.
The Famous at 222 Brady Street announces extended evening hours through Christmas. Store invites shoppers to browse new arrivals and seasonal goods with extended service each evening.
The Y M C A will host a 6 30 p m banquet at its new home in a strictly invitation affair to avoid crowds. Governor Shaw and Judge Selden P Spencer of St Louis will be the guests of honor. The ladies auxiliary will serve and many invitations have been issued as the building nears capacity.
The annual congregational meeting will be held in the church parlors this evening. A free New England supper will be served in keeping with long standing church custom. Members and supporters may attend as officers are elected to fill vacancies and other business is settled.
The region endures historic warmth as Thermometer readings soar to highs around 54 degrees above normal during the day while nights stay mild. Forecaster Hicks predicted storms that failed to arrive, leaving locals astonished at the unprecedented pattern.
Clergymen are urged to apply immediately at Rock Island ticket offices to ensure permits are received by the first of the year.
Bee John Poelis advertises handsome pieces of furniture for Christmas at 429 Brady Street. The brief notice invites shoppers to inspect a selection of goods suitable as gifts.
Sterling silver knives forks and spoons in the newest patterns available at reasonable prices. Lorenzens 3d and Harrison offers the selection. Gent's watch fobs now available from N S Plank Jeweler.
Holiday train fare offer from the D R L and N W Railway to points within 200 miles including the Chicago and Northwestern line. Tickets priced at 7 dollars to 1 1 3 fare for the round trip, sale dates December and January, limited return by January 2. Also reduced rates for students and those visiting homes for the holidays. Inquiries at Brady street city ticket office or Perry street station, phone numbers provided.
Two real estate transfers recorded yesterday with substantial consideration. William J. Stafford sold his farm property to T. Adlen of Clinton precinct for $7,187.96. Peron Whitaker sold land bounded by Locust and High streets and Tremont and Carex avenues to the Flict and Johnson Construction Company for $5,004.
The C RLV and PL Railay offers round trip tickets for December 24 25 and 31 return by January 2 from Aliso to teachers and students on vacation. For details call at the depot Fifth and Perry Streets or phone 215.
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